On Nick Robinson’s Political Thinking podcast, Reform deputy leader Richard Tice signalled he was already picking curtains for No. 11. Pressed on what post he’d fancy in a future Reform government, Tice pointedly answered:
“I enjoy dealing with money. I’ve been involved in dealing with money in my business career over decades and that was sort of part of my journey. I thought you know I’d try and be successful in business and then if I can give something back in some form of public life.”
To which Robinson offered: “So, Chancellor of the Exchequer.” Tice replied: “I’m not going to assume anything”. Presumably Lee Anderson is gunning for home secretary then…
Kemi Badenoch at the 1922-ConHome bash last night:
“I did praise [Burnham] for his stamina, it was amazing. All I had to do was sit back and lie there. I didn’t have to do anything at all…”